Case Manager - Per Diem

SUMMARY  

In accordance with RNP's Mission Statement, Philosophy of Client Care and Code of Ethics as stated in the Personnel Policies and under the supervision of the Department Director or Coordinator, assist in the provision of quality care for persons served by performing the following duties.

Supervised Apartment ProgramsThis program, located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, provides residential supervised housing services to individuals who have psychiatric disorders and are involved in the state mental health service system.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Assesses and records medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to client's situation and evaluates these capacities.
• Assertively links individuals to community resources and other natural supports.
• Develops and documents person centered recovery plans.
• Maintain timely progress notes which record and monitor client progress with regard to finances, employment, nutrition, basic needs, housing, physical health, mental health and substance abuse related issues.
• Serve as advocate for clients in obtaining necessary services.
• Adhere to all standards as it relates to documentation requirements.
• Attend and be prepared for case management and staff meetings.
• Prepare weekly supervision agenda.
• Maintain work schedule which allows for monthly weekend rotations.
• Assumes all other appropriate duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

CORE COMPETENCIES

A bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences and two (2) years of experience in counseling are preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.  Co-occurring competencies and or credentials are preferred.

• Knowledge of principles and techniques of social service case management services.
• Knowledge of the physical, psychological, social and economic effects of substance abuse, homelessness, physical and emotional illness, crisis intervention. 
• Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate information pertinent to client care. 
• Knowledge of community resources. 
• Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality. 
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships. 
• Excellent communication skills. 
• Ability to project a professional image.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES

Incumbents may be required to secure professional certification and/or license.  Valid CT driver's license.